Honolulu J2K Review: a Balanced, Sensible Kevlar Paddle

**Next batch release: June 21–26**

Products Mentioned in Video:

Time Stamps:
0:00 Introduction
0:49 Paddle Specs
8:17 Materials & Technology
10:04 Performance
12:22 Paddle Modifications
16:11 Final Thoughts
17:08 Thoughts on J2K Pro

DISCOUNT/AFFILIATE CODES:
★Diadem: Get 10% OFF using code JOHNKEW

Follow on:

[metal_bloo]

As a pickleball player, I just love this paddle that says John 3:16 in 1 point font, because no other hybrid paddle on the market has this kind of twist weight at such a low price...

[HeavyAndLow]

Everytime I think about being a paddle reviewer I watch a John Kew video and quickly remember why I don't. He's the best and I can't top it.

[gtak]

Glad you were finally able to review the j2k. I understand paddle reviewers are in conundrum as to what paddles to review. Your poll method solves that… thank you for what you do. “Hana hou”

[somarmd]

The best paddle review I have ever seen! Nice way to use the technology. Thanks and happy holidays.

[CheetahPickleball]

Spectacular explanation of your charts and how they compare. It was cool to see how the overall shape of the charts differed with a power paddle and a control paddle. Happy Father's Day!

[Newchiii]

Love the idea of a paddles side by side metrics before and after modification! Very nice use of charting 👍🏻

[melhum]

I just got my J2K and I love it! I was using a Vatic Pro Prism Flash prior to this racket. It has great combination of power, spin and control. I can really shape my shots a lot more than the Prism Flash. It is a louder paddle but I don't mind that. Also love the John 3:16 inscription.

[jzsoldje]

Can’t believe that poach @11:34 wasn’t called a kitchen violation. Dude was all in the grey.

[BobbyHTTC]

Great video review once again. Thanks for all the metrics along with characteristics of how it plays on the court. I have the same set up but without the end cap. I've had this paddle since the release and it's my 1a after the Azul. 👊

[jrcsamad]

I've a J2K pro for a month. I really like this paddle. It feels great....a great balance of power, control and spin.

[infotechyeti]

I like the percentile mentioned. Helps to understand where it stands in each categories from power pop etc.

[feliksperl]

Just ordered one after seeing this review 👌
Been playing with Rev and cheapest Volair for 9 months.

[jatseng]

The updated graph is excellent! Thanks for all the hard work!

[FFOGHORN]

I am new to the game. I bought this paddle and love it! It is very cooperative and pleasant. It really is helping me to improve quickly and gain confidence.

[charlesong]

Thank you for the in depth review. Really appreciate on the paddle modifications and how the paddle performs before and after the modifications. This is a real stand out from other pickleball paddle reviews.
Hope that the issues with paddles being delisted will get sorted out as soon as possible. Players should not worry about buying a paddle and have it later to be delisted. Waste of time and money.
Happy Father's Day

[Angelpickleball]

John great review thanks. I have been playing with my J2K for 2 months now and can say you pointed out some great points.

[tojotess]

Just ordered one with your discount code. Currently using Volair Mach 2 forza.

[jaronjones]

1st video watching you and wow.. youre incredible!! Thank you for all your work and insight to the graphs!

[kimleith]

John you never cease to amaze with your reviews. i.e. new graphics, paddle comparisons.
Would sure like to see you do this thorough of a review with the THOMPSON. Focus is on "sweet spot"

[iugradmark]

Great review. Really appreciate your mods comments. Somewhat surprised the added weight didn’t change the power numbers a bit.